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Sour Milk

N/A (Processed Dairy) Allergens: Milk
Sour Milk

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family N/A
  • Primary Cuisine European (Historically), Global
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Cow's Milk (Lactose, Casein, Fat)

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Sour Milk ?

Milk that has naturally fermented, developing a tangy taste and thicker consistency due to lactic acid.

"The surprising secret to incredibly tender baked goods, harnessing natural acidity to activate leaveners and add depth."

Quel goût a le/la/l'Sour Milk ?

Tangy, slightly acidic, creamy, sour

Taste
Tangy,Sour,Acidic
Texture
Slightly Thickened,Curdled (if over-soured)
Aroma
Milky,Fermented,Slightly Pungent
Acidity
High

Technical Metrics

Leavening Reaction

Reacts with baking soda

pH Level

~4.5 (vs. 6.7 for fresh milk)

Primary Use

Baking (cakes, pancakes, biscuits)

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 240g (1 cup)
Calories60 kcal
Total Fat3.3 g
Saturated Fat2.0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol12 mg
Protein3.3 g
Total Carbohydrate4.8 g
Dietary Fiber0 g
Total Sugars4.8 g
Calcium110 mg
Iron0.05 mg
Potassium150 mg

Le secret du chef

Use sour milk in quick breads and cakes to react with baking soda, creating a tender crumb and light texture.

Substituts & Proportions pour Sour Milk

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Sour Milk est Buttermilk, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Best substitute for acidity and texture in baking.

Substituts pour Sour Milk avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Buttermilk Meilleur 1:1 Best substitute for acidity and texture in baking.
Milk + Lemon Juice/Vinegar 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp acid Quick homemade substitute, let sit for 5-10 mins to curdle.
Yogurt (thinned) 1:1 (with water) Good for tang and protein, may be thicker, thin with water.
Kefir 1:1 Similar fermented tang and probiotics, thinner consistency.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Sour Milk

  1. While safe if naturally soured and refrigerated, commercially soured milk (buttermilk) is recommended for consistency.
  2. Discard if moldy or off-smelling.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Sour Milk ?

  • Pancakes
  • Scones
  • Cornbread
  • Fried Chicken
  • Baked Goods
  • Marinades.

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Sour Milk ?

Tangy, slightly acidic, creamy, sour Milky,Fermented,Slightly Pungent

Quel est un bon substitut pour Sour Milk ?

Le meilleur substitut est Buttermilk (1:1). Best substitute for acidity and texture in baking.

Comment choisir et conserver le Sour Milk ?

While safe if naturally soured and refrigerated, commercially soured milk (buttermilk) is recommended for consistency. Discard if moldy or off-smelling.

Ingrédients Dairy associés

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